Living and non-living things

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What are living things?

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Living things are organisms that grow, reproduce, respond to their environment, and carry out life processes such as breathing and eating.

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What are non-living things?

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Non-living things are objects that do not have life. They do not grow, reproduce, or carry out life processes.

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What is a dead thing?

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A dead thing was once living but no longer shows any signs of life.

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Give an example of a living thing.

Back

An example of a living thing is a chicken.

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Give an example of a non-living thing.

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An example of a non-living thing is a hat.

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Can a piece of wood be considered living?

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No, a piece of wood is considered dead or non-living.

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What characteristics do living things share?

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Living things share characteristics such as growth, reproduction, response to stimuli, and metabolism.

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Are plants considered living things?

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Yes, plants are considered living things because they grow, reproduce, and respond to their environment.

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Is an ant a living thing?

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Yes, an ant is a living thing.

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What is the difference between living and non-living things?

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The difference is that living things have life processes, while non-living things do not.